Higgins Calls on Western New Yorkers to Help Hurricane Katrina Victims, Show Generosity of Spirit; Lists Help Resources

August 31, 2005

Buffalo, NYToday, Congressman Brian Higgins (NY-27) provided Western New Yorkers with information on how to help Hurricane Katrina victims, and urged an outpouring of help from the region.

My deepest sympathies go out to the victims of this tragic and deadly hurricane, said Congressman Higgins. All of us in Western New York stand with our fellow Americans in the devastated areas and will work to bring assistance, and help rebuild from this great calamity.

Hurricane Katrina devastated Louisiana, Mississippi, and Alabama this week. Below are some key phone numbers and websites for the latest information on the hurricane, information on how to make a donation to help with disaster relief, and how to locate a friend or relative: